Publication Date
2014
Journal Title
AJNR Am J Neuroradiol
Abstract
Evidence-based medicine has emerged as a valuable tool to guide clinical decision-making, by summarizing the best possible evidence for both diagnostic and treatment strategies. Imaging plays a critical role in the evaluation and treatment of patients with acute ischemic stroke, especially those who are being considered for thrombolytic or endovascular therapy. Time from stroke-symptom onset to treatment is a strong predictor of long-term functional outcome after stroke. Therefore, imaging and treatment decisions must occur rapidly in this setting, while minimizing unnecessary delays in treatment. The aim of this review was to summarize the best available evidence for the diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients with acute ischemic stroke.
Volume Number
35
Issue Number
6
Pages
1045-1051
Document Type
Article
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
Radiology
PMID
DOI
10.3174/ajnr.A3518